Nokia delivers GPRS core solution to PTK Centertel for the Idea GSM network in Poland

Nokia has delivered GPRS core network infrastructure to PTK Centertel Sp. z.o.o., a dual band GSM 900/1800 operator in Poland. The agreement for the Idea mobile network also includes related implementation services and technical support.

"PTK Centertel has been the first mobile operator to introduce GPRS services in Poland, based on Nokia's GPRS equipment. This is in line with the PTK Centertel strategy to be the most innovative operator on the market." says Mr. Marek Józefiak, CEO, PTK Centertel. "The Nokia GPRS platform allowed us to rapidly build a reliable network and to offer advanced services to Idea customers" added Mr. Bertrand Le Guern, Technical Director, PTK Centertel.

"This expansion allows Centertel to offer Idea subscribers new advanced services as they move towards 3rd Generation services. The GPRS network provided by Nokia, combines our expertise in customer service and support with our unmatched GPRS system delivery capability, and we are pleased to reach this milestone with Centertel," says Wojciech Pytel, Area General Manager, Nokia Poland.

The Nokia GPRS solution includes the industry's strongest and most efficient core GPRS system and Connecting@Care support services including applications consultancy and systems integration expertise to integrate the GPRS core network into the existing service delivery and billing environment. Since August 1999, Nokia has delivered and implemented well over 50 GPRS core networks to leading operators in Europe, USA, Asia and China, and now has the largest installed base of any supplier.

PTK Centertel is an operator of a GSM 900/1800 network launched on 1 March 2000 and the NMT 450 network. The Idea network has more than 1.3 million subscribers and the population coverage of 90%. Idea has signed roaming agreements with 150 operators in 80 countries. Idea subscribers have a wide range of services at their disposal, including free of charge voice mail

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